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What is the primary mandate of ICFOSS?

ATo promote proprietary software development and application.

BTo restrict the use of Free Software and Free Knowledge.

CTo promote the development and application of Free Software and Free Knowledge (FOSS).

DTo focus solely on academic research in software engineering.

Answer:

C. To promote the development and application of Free Software and Free Knowledge (FOSS).

Read Explanation:

ICFOSS works to build a sustainable ecosystem around FOSS by undertaking activities such as research and development, capacity building (training), organizing conferences, and advising the government on utilizing open-source technologies for e-governance solutions.

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